Evening Alleluias: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

$48.00 USD

Evening Alleluias: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Evening Alleluias: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BSO9916
Price: 48.00 USD
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By Robert W. Smith

Grade: 2.5

Item: 00-BSO9916

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The simple melody is written as a liturgical chant signaling the end of the work day, inspired by the composer having observed such on a recent European journey. Following the statement of this theme, the "celebration" of this happening sees the theme carried on harmonic and rhythmic content of high energy. This high level of intensity, a Robert W. Smith trademark, makes it the perfect work to open or close your next concert program. (1:58) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 132

ISBN10: 0-7579-0724-5

ISBN13: 978-0-7579-0724-1

UPC: 029156996326

SKU: 00-BSO9916

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About the Composer: Robert W. Smith

Robert W. Smith stands among America's most frequently performed composers of orchestral and concert band repertoire, with over 400 published works to his name. He holds degrees from Troy State University (AL) and the University of Miami (FL), and his compositions have traveled globally, from concert halls across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia to Olympic ceremonies, presidential events, and major television broadcasts.

Smith's orchestral works for developing ensembles, alongside his larger symphonic projects like The Divine Comedy and The Odyssey, have become cornerstones of the repertoire. As both composer and clinician, he continues to shape the musical landscape through works that balance accessibility with artistic substance, earning consistent recognition across festival and contest circuits worldwide.

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Why we love this

Smith delivers exactly what a concert program needs at a Grade 2.5 level: a piece with genuine dramatic arc that doesn't rely on technical difficulty to engage audiences. The liturgical foundation gives the opening a meditative authenticity, and the energy surge that follows feels earned rather than arbitrary. This is the kind of work that opens a program with grace and closes one with memorable momentum.

What to expect

The work begins with the hushed, grounded quality of a liturgical chant, evoking a quiet moment of transition as day gives way to evening. Energy builds gradually, then surges into a jubilant celebration filled with rhythmic vitality and harmonic richness. Smith's signature intensity transforms a simple meditation into something exhilarating.

Who it's for

String orchestras at the intermediate level (Grade 2.5) looking for a concert work with real dramatic range and expressive depth. Directors seeking a piece that works equally well as an opener or closer will find the compact length (1:58) and clear two-part structure ideal for both mixed programs and festival competitions.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the opening chant with long, singing lines; resist the urge to rush the simple melody, as its strength lies in its clarity and calm.
Bring precision to the rhythmic energy in the second half; Smith's high-intensity writing demands tight coordination between sections without sacrificing musicality.
Balance the transition between the contemplative opening and the celebratory material. Mark a clear tempo shift and prepare your players for the dramatic contrast.

How to use it

Open a concert with this piece to establish a contemplative, focused mood before moving into larger or more complex works. Alternatively, place it as a final encore to send audiences out with energetic spirit while keeping rehearsal time manageable. The piece also serves well in festival or contest rotations where your young orchestra needs a versatile, high-impact selection.